A Guide to Selecting The Right Seal Shield Waterproof Keyboard
Do you ever look at your keyboard and wonder what’s lurking between those keys? With all the crumbs, germs, and gunk that our fingers deposit daily, the average keyboard can harbor over 3,295 bacteria per square inch. That’s nearly 700 times more bacteria than a toilet seat! Without the cleaning capabilities of a waterproof keyboard, keyboards can be breeding grounds for germs because of their high-touch nature.
Luckily, Seal Shield manufactures waterproof keyboards that are impervious to these germ invasions. Our medical-grade, IPx8, IP68, and IP66-rated washable keyboards are designed for healthcare settings and are useful anywhere hygiene is important.
No more questionable smears and debris on your keys after some heavy disinfecting. Seal Shield’s waterproof and cleanable keyboards can withstand it all and come out sparkling clean. Say bye to germy keyboards and create a cleaner workspace. Your hands (and your immune system) will thank you.
Selecting the right Seal Shield Keyboard for You and Each Use Case
When choosing a Seal Shield keyboard, start by asking:
Where in the facility/environment will this product go?
This determines the needed features to focus on when selecting the right keyboard for you – whether that be cleanability, compact sizing, backlit features, etc.
Non-Clinical Area or Back Office
For administrative offices and non-clinical settings where a traditional keyboard feel is preferred, consider:
Seal Storm 503 – This keyboard mimics the look and feel of popular standard keyboards with its full profile composition. The Seal Storm is IP66 certified and is suitable for spray and wipe sanitization with industrial-grade disinfectants and cleaners.
Seal Clean 207 Series – The Seal Clean offers a full-sized standard-style layout for smooth typing with a water-resistant design ideal for healthcare settings. Its durable ABS plastic construction withstands regular disinfecting and stands up to constant use. The 207 features an IPX8 rating for protection against water intrusion and liquids. It comes in both standard and backlit models to suit any work environment. For convenient connection, there is a short or long USB cable connection available to best suit your needs.
Seal Clean 208 Series – The 208 series waterproof keyboards are the international version of the standard-style 207 series keyboards. They are available in a wide range of international languages of your choice.
Compact Keyboards for Medical Carts
When the keyboard sits on a medical cart, size and stability are key factors:
Cleanwipe Pro (101 Pro) – The Cleanwipe Pro is our newest model. A durable plastic keyboard able to withstand chemical disinfection. It is IPX8-rated for full waterproofing. It has three ergonomic tilt positions to suit your comfort. Your choice of a flat or key-fit silicone cover for easy cleaning is available at an additional cost.
Cleanwipe 099 – The Cleanwipe has a smaller footprint, ideal for carts. The Cleanwipe is also available in convenient USB, wireless, or Bluetooth connection types. It is also IP66 certified, which allows for spray and wipe cleaning. The included latex-free silicone cover further enables hygienic use, making the Cleanwipe 099 perfect for busy, high-traffic environments.
Seal Glow 106 – The Seal Glow 106 secures firmly to metal surfaces with its magnetic backing. This fully waterproof silicone keyboard is completely sealed for IP68-level protection. Its one-piece silicone construction allows easy cleaning and disinfection. With its protection against bacteria and ability to affix in place, the Seal Glow 106 brings convenient typing and hygiene to busy healthcare and school environments.
Waterproof Keyboards for Clinical Areas and Body Fluid Environments
For patient rooms, ORs, ICUs, and other sterile clinical settings, prioritize washability:
Cleanwipe Pro (101 Pro) – The Cleanwipe Pro is our Newest model that withstands heavy disinfecting. It is IPX8-rated for full waterproofing. For added protection, a flat or key-fitted latex-free silicone cover is available at an additional cost.
Seal Clean 207/208 Series -The durable ABS plastic construction of the Seal Clean 207/208 allows for frequent disinfection with industrial cleaners. With an IPX8 waterproof rating, these keyboards protect inner electronics when submerged in fluids.
Seal Glow 106 – The IP68-rated, fully sealed silicone construction of the Seal Glow 106 keyboard protects the inner electronics from spills and fluids. With integrated backlit keys and number pad, this keyboard is ideal for use in clinical settings with low visibility.
Seal Silk Glow 108 – The IP68-rated fully sealed silicone construction allows complete submersion to clean off anything that spills onto the keyboard. Perfect for use around patients, this compact keyboard integrates a touchpad and number pad alongside its illuminated keys.
Seal Touch Glow 87 – The Seal Touch Glow 87 combines a silicone membrane keyboard and touchpad into one fully sealed, waterproof unit. With an integrated backlight, this keyboard glows to illuminate your work surface. Its lightweight yet durable construction stands up to frequent disinfection while sealing out spills.
Seal Silk Mini Glow 89 – The compact Seal Silk Mini Glow keyboard delivers waterproofing in a small footprint, perfect for tight spaces. Its seamless silicone construction fully protects the keyboard against spills and fluids common in clinical settings. Bright backlit keys assist with visibility, while a keylock disables input for easy disinfection.
Dental Settings
The Cleanwipe Pro (101 Pro) works well for dental clinics. It has three ergonomic tilt positions to suit your comfort. With the additional flat or key-fit silicone cover with a quick spray and wipe, sanitizing between patients is an easy task.
For routine spray and wipe cleaning between patients, the original Cleanwipe 099 keyboards with an additional silicone dust cover are great. The USB, wireless or bluetooth compatibility makes connection seamless based on your preference. The original 099 series keyboards come with a silicone cover that makes cleaning oral fluids and other contaminants away easy. This allows quick disinfection between patients without fully washing the keyboard.
Focus on Your Users and Environments
Evaluating your unique use cases ensures you select the best Seal Shield keyboard for each setting. This benefits your staff and improves patient outcomes through enhanced infection control.
Choosing a Seal Shield Keyboard Based on Cleaning Needs
Fully Waterproof Models
For environments that demand heavy-duty disinfecting, Seal Shield offers fully waterproof keyboards designed to be submerged and washed regularly. All waterproof keyboards are also spray and wipe-compatible.
Full Water and Dust Protection
Seal Shield’s fully waterproof keyboards are the ultimate for frequent sanitation. Their IP68 ratings and IPX8 ratings mean they can be dunked, sprayed, and washed without flinching. They are ideal for any healthcare or industrial setting needing the highest level of disinfection. IP68-certified keyboards also protect from dust and prevent the buildup of debris.
Withstand Repeated Disinfecting
Seal Shield waterproof keyboards are fully washable, with a sealed construction that protects internal components from liquids. This makes them ideal for maintaining sterility in clinical settings. The keyboards withstand repeated disinfecting with industrial-grade cleaners that would damage typical electronics. Their durable build resists degradation over time, even with constant sanitizing. With sustained performance matching their out-of-box state, Seal Shield’s keyboards bring reliable disinfectability to demanding healthcare environments. Easy to clean and built to last through years of use, these keyboards deliver hygienic usability where sterile conditions matter most.
Spray and Wipe Keyboards
For office settings needing routine surface cleaning, Seal Shield offers affordable keyboards with IP65 or IP66 ratings made for quick and easy spray and wipe disinfecting. Seal Shield cleanable keyboards are compatible with heavy industrial-grade disinfectants necessary for eliminating germs.
IP65 and IP66 Ratings
These keyboards are not constructed for full washing or submersion, unlike our waterproof IP68 and IPX8 keyboards. Wipe and spray-compatible keyboards stand up to regular spray-and-wipe sanitizing. With IP ratings of IP65 or IP66, Seal Shield’s spray and wipe models can be cleaned with low-pressure water jets. This makes them perfect for quick, effective disinfecting.
Office-Friendly
Seal Shield keyboards are easy to clean with industrial-grade disinfecting sprays or wipes. These keyboards are ideal for desktops, computer labs, offices, reception desks, and other workplace spaces wanting to maintain clean equipment.
Budget-Friendly
Starting at lower price points, Seal Shield’s spray and wipe keyboards provide affordable, routine disinfection for most office settings.
Get Your Seal Shield Keyboard Today
Give your patients and staff peace of mind with rigorous infection control standards. Equip your hospital, dental office, and medical carts with Seal Shield’s waterproof and cleanable keyboards engineered to withstand daily disinfecting. Our medical-grade construction handles repeated cleaning with ease for refined hygiene.
Seal Shield’s medical-grade models make it easy to find the perfect fit for your healthcare facility. No more flimsy keyboards damaged by cleaning chemicals.
Need help choosing the right model? Seal Shield’s friendly team is always available to guide you to the perfect solution.
Visit the Seal Shield store to get your Seal Shield washable and waterproof keyboard today and take the next step towards a more hygienic workplace.